Shannon Worley
Summary
Compassionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist known for strengths-based affirming practices. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized care plans which include sensory regulation techniques, motor skill development, energy regulation techniques, and retained primitive reflex work to support children's developmental needs. Excels at creativity, empathy, and patience, facilitating successful outcomes and positive interactions with patients and families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Stepping Stones Group
Northampton
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted evaluations and screenings to identify individual occupational therapy needs as related to school day routines.
- Developed and implemented individualized therapeutic plans in order to enhance functional independence, wellbeing, and overall academic performance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and support student needs.
- Monitored progress and adjusted strategies, ensuring alignment with educational goals and compliance with therapeutic standards.
- Engaged with families to provide support and educate on therapy interventions, strengthening home-school partnerships and student success.
- Utilized adaptive equipment and technology to enhance therapy sessions, increasing student engagement and participation in activities.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Mass general - Cooley Dickinson
Northampton
09.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized therapeutic plans to promote skill development in pediatric patients and their caregivers.
- Therapeutic style guided by strengths-based, child-led, family-centered, and trauma-informed practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and implement effective therapeutic interventions.
- Educated families on therapeutic techniques to support children's development and maximize treatment outcomes.
- Monitored and documented patient progress to adjust therapy strategies and ensure optimal care delivery.
- Advocated for patient needs and supported families in navigating healthcare resources and community services.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MASkills
- Individualized therapy plans
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Family-centered practice
- Adaptive technology
- Screening and evaluation
- Patient advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- Engagement strategies
- Play-based therapy
- Family and patient education
Timeline
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Stepping Stones Group
10.2023 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Mass general - Cooley Dickinson
09.2022 - Current
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Bay Path University